TNT NBA Analyst Charles Barkley is making headlines again after he called out Chicago Bulls star Derrick Rose for worrying about his knees and then brags about how much money he has.
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Derrick Rose has been getting a lot of flack for his candid comments regarding his recent health issues when he said he sits out games because he is worried about his future.
Here is a refresher, in case you missed it.
"“I know a lot of people get mad when they see me sit out or whatever, but I think a lot of people don’t understand that when I sit out it’s not because of this year. I’m thinking about long term,” Rose said, via Nick Friedell of ESPN Chicago.“I’m thinking about after I’m done with basketball.“Having graduations to go to, having meetings to go to, I don’t want to be in my meetings all sore. Or be at my son’s graduation all sore just because of something I did in the past. (I’m) just learning and being smart.”"
(Via “Derrick Rose Thinking About Life After Basketball,” Sam Richmond for FanSided.com)
I won’t sit here and tell you how or what to think. Both sides have solid points and the criticism is understandable. He’s getting paid, so he should play. At the same time, he’s human and worrying about your health is natural.
We’ve read and heard plenty of opinions, and the media cycle made its climax when Charles Barkley talked about the controversy on TNT Thursday night. You can watch the video below:
Barkley is projecting his personal feelings about his own career on the situation–which has nothing to do with him. Of course, Shaquille O’Neal is sitting there nodding in a agreement. Seriously, how did Shaq make it back on the show? He never says anything intelligent and just makes fun of Chuck the entire time. His title should be changed from analyst to “Poker of the Bear.”
You may disagree with Chuck (I know I do) but I appreciate his thoughtful candor. I don’t blame Rose for being candid, and neither do I blame Barkley.
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